A Gentle Creative Pathway to Emotional Wellbeing
Art therapy at TT Psychology offers a calming, supportive avenue for patients of all ages to explore emotions and develop practical coping tools through creative expression. Moving beyond words alone, art therapy Ormond creates a safe, playful, and sensory-friendly space where thoughts and feelings may be explored and processed at a pace that feels right for each person.
Romi Kupfer, our qualified Art Therapist and Counsellor, facilitates each session by weaving together creative modalities and therapeutic approaches to support emotional wellbeing, self-awareness, and personal growth. No artistic experience is needed, this is a warm, safe space where everyone is encouraged to explore and create with joy and without judgement.
Who Is Art Therapy For?
Art therapy is open to people of all ages and skill levels, offering a gentle, interactive approach that many individuals may find both accessible and beneficial.
Art therapy may be helpful for people in Ormond who:
Prefer creative or hands-on expression
Find talk-based therapy overwhelming or challenging
May benefit from sensory-safe or play-based approaches
Want a gentle, non-pressured way to explore emotions
Respond well to movement, colour, imagination, and tactile activities
Need a supportive way to build emotional vocabulary or self-awareness
This approach may be particularly beneficial for children and teenagers who respond well to structure, creativity, and warmth, as well as adults looking for a fresh, expressive pathway to self-understanding and emotional growth.
What Takes Place in Art Therapy?
Ormond Art therapy sessions can involve:
- Painting and drawing
- Arts and crafts
- Play-based therapy
- Sand tray therapy
- Creative writing and storytelling
- Dance and movement therapy
Our qualified art therapist and counsellor, Romi, personalises each session to suit the patient’s individual needs, goals, interests, and comfort levels. No prior art experience is necessary; the focus is on expression, not artistic ability.
What Draws People to Art Therapy
Art therapy may be a helpful avenue for those experiencing a wide range of emotional, developmental, and behavioural needs, including:
- ADHD
- Autism
- Worries and anxiety disorders
- Emotional regulation
- Sensory needs
- Trauma or difficult experiences
- Social skills and connection
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Everyday stress and big emotions
- Identity exploration
- LGBTIQA+ support and self-expression
- Chronic health conditions (including chronic pain)
Whatever your goals or challenges, art therapy offers a creative, supportive pathway that may assist you in developing emotional skills, expressing yourself with confidence, and making meaningful progress at a pace that suits you.
What Art Therapy May Offer
Art therapy provides a unique and accessible way to explore emotions, experiences, and identities through creativity rather than conversation alone. For many children, teens, and adults, artistic expression feels safe, more engaging, and more natural (especially when words feel overwhelming or hard to find).
This process may help to:
- Develop emotional awareness by exploring and expressing feelings through art
- Cultivate practical coping strategies that may support emotional regulation and overall resilience
- Support sensory needs through hands-on, calming, or structured activities
- Foster confidence and self-expression
- Work through difficult or traumatic experiences at a pace that feels comfortable and supported
- Strengthen identity, particularly for LGBTIQA+ young people or anyone navigating important life transitions
- Provide a non-judgmental and welcoming space
Why Choose TT Psychology for Art Therapy?
At TT Psychology, our art therapy services near Ormond are offered within a welcoming, multidisciplinary environment thoughtfully designed to support emotional wellbeing and meaningful progress. Here is what makes our approach unique:
- Sessions facilitated by Romi Kupfer, a qualified and experienced Art Therapist and Counsellor
- A warm and creative clinic environment designed for comfort and sensory safety
- Neuro-affirming, strengths-based care
- Collaborative support between art therapy, psychology, and assessment services
- A child psychologist led team working together to ensure integrated, high-quality care
- Tailored care and timely, responsive communication with families
Getting to Know Art Therapy
Who is art therapy suitable for?
Art therapy is generally suitable for everyone; children, adolescents, young adults, and adults may all benefit from therapeutic creative expression. No artistic ability or prior experience is needed, as all sessions are thoughtfully tailored to your comfort level and individual goals.
What can you expect from an art therapy session?
Art therapy sessions usually run for 50 or 80 minutes and may involve creative activities, supported reflection, and gentle therapeutic conversations where appropriate. We offer both individual and group sessions to ensure that all participants are comfortable.
What should I bring to my session?
There is generally no need to bring anything to your session unless your clinician has suggested otherwise. All art materials are supplied as part of our fees. We do recommend wearing clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We have a wide range of arts and crafts materials on hand, including beads, stickers, stencils, collage materials, paint, clay, sand tray, figurines, drawing supplies, pencils, crayons, textas, sewing materials, and more!
How are art therapy goals established?
Romi works collaboratively with you (or with parents/carers for our younger patients) to set clear, supportive goals based on your needs, interests, and preferred way of working. These goals can adapt and change over the course of your therapy as required.
Are rebates available?
Full details regarding fees, rebates, and payment options are available on our Fees page. NDIS rebates are available for eligible participants, and no referral is necessary. Our team will ensure you have a clear understanding of your options before your first session.
What sets art therapy apart from traditional therapy?
Art therapy differs from traditional talk therapy in that it provides a creative avenue for people to express emotions and thoughts through visual, tactile, and creative mediums, rather than relying solely on verbal communication. This approach is thought to be particularly supportive for those who find it challenging to articulate their experiences verbally, such as children or individuals working through trauma.
Which areas do you service?
We support people from all areas of Melbourne, including:
- Art Therapy Caulfield
- Art Therapy St Kilda
- Art Therapy Balaclava
- Art Therapy Ripponlea
- Art Therapy Elwood
- Art Therapy Armadale
- Art Therapy Prahran
- Art Therapy Brighton
- Art Therapy Gardenvale
- Art Therapy Ormond
- Art Therapy Glen Huntly
- Art Therapy Malvern
- Art Therapy Windsor
- Art Therapy Bentleigh
- Art Therapy Mckinnon
- Art Therapy Carnegie
- Art Therapy Hampton
Getting Started With Art Therapy
Make a Booking
Get in touch online or by phone, and our team will help organise your initial parent appointment at a time that is convenient.
Initial Parent Session
For children and teens, the process begins with a parent-only session where we discuss the child's background, interests, strengths and current challenges to guide the art therapy approach.
Initial Patient Session
The initial art therapy session is centred on helping the child feel at ease within the creative space. Activities are gentle and exploratory in nature, and a parent may be invited to join for part of the session if it helps to support the child's confidence.
Ongoing Sessions
Your art therapist will then suggest a plan for ongoing sessions, outlining goals, session frequency, and any additional supports that may assist the child in expressing, processing, and developing through creative work.
Registered Art Therapist, Counsellor & Clinic Manager
Romi provides sessions in creative arts therapy and counselling
With over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in artistic settings, Romi Kupfer is a dedicated creative arts therapist and counsellor. Romi is passionate about connecting with young people from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, and is particularly driven by providing support during challenging periods and important transitional stages in their lives.
Take the First Step on Your Creative Wellbeing Journey Today
Art therapy aims to provide a safe, creative pathway towards emotional wellbeing, resilience, and self-expression. Whether you or your child is looking for support with emotions, identity, confidence, sensory needs, or everyday challenges, our art therapist Ormond at TT Psychology is here to assist. Take the next step by booking an art therapy session today.